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Facilitating Access to Art and Pre-exposure Prophylaxis for LGBTQ Individuals in Combating HIV in Malaysia: An Analysis from a Shariah Perspective

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  • Mohd Harifadilah Rosidi

    (Faculty of Syariah and Law, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia, 71800 Nilai, Negeri Sembilan)

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The increasing rate of new HIV infections poses a significant public health challenge, particularly among young individuals engaging in high-risk sexual behaviours, including male-to-male interactions. Effectively addressing HIV prevention and management within the LGBT community in Malaysia necessitates a comprehensive approach that considers both medical and socio-cultural aspects. This academic inquiry seeks to comprehensively evaluate the progress in HIV preventive measures and therapeutic interventions in the Malaysian context, examining their effectiveness within the affected communities and their adherence to Sharia principles despite religious barriers to modern medical approaches. The findings of this study indicate that the implementation of Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) measures, supported by the Ministry of Health, align with Sharia principles, underscoring the importance of disease prevention, treatment, and harm reduction. Nonetheless, the research emphasises the vital role of integrating Islamic practices as a preventive measure against HIV transmission. Consequently, this study advocates for improving HIV prevention and treatment strategies pursued by the Ministry of Health by integrating Islamic ethical considerations into Malaysia’s public health policies.

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  • Mohd Harifadilah Rosidi, 2024. "Facilitating Access to Art and Pre-exposure Prophylaxis for LGBTQ Individuals in Combating HIV in Malaysia: An Analysis from a Shariah Perspective," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 8(8), pages 4191-4202, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:8:y:2024:i:8:p:4191-4202
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    1. Muhammad Adib Hafiz Adam & Muhammad Shazwan Sufian & Muhammad Razin Razali & Muhammad Aizat Mohamad Paisal & Mohd Harifadilah Rosidi, 2025. "A Maqasid al-Shariah Analysis of Mandatory Pre-Marital Screening for STDs and Fertility Among Malaysian Couples," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(7), pages 441-447, July.
    2. Husna Balqis Mohd Azamuddin & Che Anis Shaqeera Che Zulkifli & Nurzaliffa Saffiya Ismail & Nurul I’lya Maisarra Mohd Raffe & Mohd Harifadilah Rosidi, 2025. "Uterine Transplantation in Islamic Jurisprudence: Balancing Medical Needs and Shariah Boundaries," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(6), pages 4219-4226, June.

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